Re: [MBZ] generator for Craig

2015-05-13 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Tue, 12 May 2015 23:01:24 -0700 G Mann via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: My setup for the house in town has a main disconnect switch for the grid power, which ensures nothing from the generator feeds back to the grid lines. That switch has two positions.. Generator power or Grid

[MBZ] More on Moss/SLR mit vid

2015-05-13 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
http://www.petrolicious.com/sir-stirling-moss-and-the-mercedes-benz-slr-722-are-unbeatable --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Parts Source

2015-05-13 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Can someone give me the link to the Northwest MB parts guys? I want to check their prices on a fuel pump. Thanks, Dan Sent from my iPad ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] More on Moss/SLR mit vid

2015-05-13 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
I think maybe their FB posting or something last night or yesterday some time. Great vid though, I downloaded it and will watch it later on the big screen with the amp cranked up to hear that engine! That looks like it was filmed in my neighborhood, though the road was better so it couldn't

Re: [MBZ] Parts Source

2015-05-13 Thread Fred Moir via Mercedes
www.mbnorthlake.com Fred Moir.Lynn MA.Diesel preferred. Date: Wed, 13 May 2015 10:02:20 -0400 To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Parts Source From: mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: richthomas79td...@constructivity.net I think it is Northlake in Charlotte that has been referenced,

Re: [MBZ] Parts Source

2015-05-13 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
I think it is Northlake in Charlotte that has been referenced, thence corrupted to Northwest --R On 5/13/15 9:56 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Can someone give me the link to the Northwest MB parts guys? I want to check their prices on a fuel pump. Thanks, Dan Sent from my iPad

Re: [MBZ] generator for Craig

2015-05-13 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
That is almost the same cost for the switch that I paid. I use the same setup at the Ranch to switch between the solar and generator systems. Simple and uncomplicated seems to work better. The less there is to go wrong, the less goes wrong. ;)) On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 5:54 AM, Craig via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] More on Moss/SLR mit vid

2015-05-13 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Wed, 13 May 2015 09:03:52 -0400 Rich Thomas via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: http://www.petrolicious.com/sir-stirling-moss-and-the-mercedes-benz-slr-722-are-unbeatable And you got that from the May 2015 Mercedes-Benz Classic Center News, didn't you? :-) Craig

Re: [MBZ] OT: Kindle revived

2015-05-13 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Must be a Nook Color thing, my HD+ has a wide connector similar to the older ipod/iphone connector. -Curt From: Dan Penoff via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 2:54 PM Subject:

Re: [MBZ] Whiskey Tango 300D

2015-05-13 Thread WILTON via Mercedes
An Alpha Sierra - (Ah Sh**). 50k ATTABOYs can be wiped out with one Alpha Sierra. Wilton - Original Message - From: Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com Sent: Wednesday, May

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
The Land Cruiser - a Toyota tat even Dimitri could appreciate. On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 1:29 PM, fmiser via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Curt wrote: I dunno, I'd kind of like a Land Cruiser. Theres an early '70s one for sale nearby. Didn't check but I bet they want big money

Re: [MBZ] Whiskey Tango 300D

2015-05-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
What's the opposite of Attaboy? On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 1:56 PM, clay via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: The adventure continues I got the guts out of the car. Removed the w126 seating and drove it around the block sitting on the spare tire. Engine runs, transmission still stalls

Re: [MBZ] Need brake pads, who do I call?

2015-05-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
www.autohausaz.com On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 2:02 PM, Fred Moir via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Kaleb, et al.I've had good results from rockauto.com.I ordered two genuine rear shocks for my '87 TD and they came from England in four days for $500 the pair.That said, I have received 2

Re: [MBZ] Need brake pads, who do I call?

2015-05-13 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Amazon. Akebono. Dan On May 13, 2015, at 2:40 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: www.autohausaz.com On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 2:02 PM, Fred Moir via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Kaleb, et al.I've had good results from rockauto.com.I ordered two

Re: [MBZ] OT: Kindle revived

2015-05-13 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Yeah, apparently BN tried to do a bunch of proprietary stuff with the Nook, which accomplished nothing more than pissing off their users. When I couldn't get mine to charge, I did some research and found out about their mini USB plug that was a millimeter longer than the USB standard,

Re: [MBZ] nook charger

2015-05-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
All the reviews I've read of aftermarket Nook chargers have been very poor. I'd be curious to hear others' experiences with these. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rick Hawkins Java via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 7:30

Re: [MBZ] Need brake pads, who do I call?

2015-05-13 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
I'll second the recommendation for Akebono. I have them on my '95 sedan and SWMBO's '96 Infiniti I30. When my '87 wagon needs pads, Akebono it shall be. Same or better braking performance, almost no brake dust. The only downside was they did not have the holes in the pads for the brake wear

Re: [MBZ] Parts Source

2015-05-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Hey, even if the same price as other dealers they won't be cheap. On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 1:39 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: That's the cost of the box with the star mark... ;) Was Northlake more expensive than other dealers? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87

[MBZ] Accumulators for a W123 300TD

2015-05-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Pelican Parts carries these nitrogen cells and their prices are awesome, but claims they cannot be shipped (air OR ground) them due to post-9/11 regulations. Part number is 1233200215 Bummer. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Thoughts on this 220D?

2015-05-13 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
That's not bad, compared to my first MB, a '70 220D with holes rusted through the tops of both front fenders. Beware the heater blower fan, the car was assembled around it, though it can be replaced through the center speaker hole, if you don't mind enlarging it a bit in half the time of the

Re: [MBZ] More on Moss/SLR mit vid

2015-05-13 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Another sensible one - - - On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 4:34 PM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: What kind of Merkin are you then? --R On 5/13/15 3:47 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Thanks Rich, I do not access FaceBook. -- OK Don NSA: The only branch of

Re: [MBZ] Parts Source

2015-05-13 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
I'm not sure that I need one at this point, but I get what you're saying. I have only purchased from them once, and it was a good value and arrived as promised. For the difference of $40 and being able to have it the next day, I'll get the MB pump if necessary. Dan On May 13, 2015, at 12:44

[MBZ] Thoughts on this 220D?

2015-05-13 Thread Darren Marshall via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Need brake pads, who do I call?

2015-05-13 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Amazon seems to have the best deals on Akebono pads. For that matter, if you were to buy them from Dr. Fatty, it’s where he gets them…. Not to mention the near total lack of brake dust with them. Dan On May 13, 2015, at 3:12 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Dimitri via Mercedes
I'll admit they're not bad but I'd rather buy a G-wagen or a 60's bronco or scout. Sent from my iPhone On May 13, 2015, at 2:30 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: The Land Cruiser - a Toyota tat even Dimitri could appreciate. On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 1:29

Re: [MBZ] More on Moss/SLR mit vid

2015-05-13 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Thanks Rich, I do not access FaceBook. - Max Charleston SC On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 9:03 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: http://www.petrolicious.com/sir-stirling-moss-and-the-mercedes-benz-slr-722-are-unbeatable --R

Re: [MBZ] Whiskey Tango 300D

2015-05-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
ROFLMAO. On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 3:50 PM, WILTON via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: An Alpha Sierra - (Ah Sh**). 50k ATTABOYs can be wiped out with one Alpha Sierra. Wilton - Original Message - From: Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Thoughts on this 220D?

2015-05-13 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
RUSTY RB On 13/05/2015 3:36 PM, Darren Marshall via Mercedes wrote: http://saginaw.craigslist.org/cto/5006063644.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] More on Moss/SLR mit vid

2015-05-13 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
What kind of Merkin are you then? --R On 5/13/15 3:47 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Thanks Rich, I do not access FaceBook. - Max Charleston SC On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 9:03 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Accumulators for a W123 300TD

2015-05-13 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I'll be in LA the first week of next month... -Curt From: Dan Penoff via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com To: Okie Benz mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 5:12 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Accumulators for a W123 300TD That’s bogus.  How are

Re: [MBZ] generator for Craig

2015-05-13 Thread David Kristin Gilmore via Mercedes
On 5/12/2015 5:22 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: (snip) Those are 2 stroke engines so I don't run them dry (snip) Running 2 strokes dry is a problem? I regularly do this

Re: [MBZ] Accumulators for a W123 300TD

2015-05-13 Thread astrasfogel--- via Mercedes
-- Edison California state regulation. Sent from myMail app for Android Wednesday, 13 May 2015, 05:12PM -0400 from Dan Penoff via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com: That’s bogus.  How are other suppliers sending them? They’re in LA - see if there’s someone around that can do a will call and send

Re: [MBZ] Accumulators for a W123 300TD

2015-05-13 Thread Rick Knoble via Mercedes
‎Andrew writes: Edison California state regulation. You mean Peoples Republic of Commie Fornia. I am surprised Illinois, Maryland, and Massoftwoshits doesn't have similar laws.  Rick Sent from my BlackBerry Z10    ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] Accumulators for a W123 300TD

2015-05-13 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
Gunpowder is not allowed for our comrades in CA, the Committee has decided it is not needed. Have you ever tried to purchase gunpowder from a supplier in CA? Comrade Andrew should conserve shipping resources and order from a supplier closer to Maryland. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Here's mine: https://www.dropbox.com/s/0gn5ysl5uf6kn65/Solera%20RV.jpg?dl=0 https://www.dropbox.com/s/5z25fv953t6bto9/Solera.jpg?dl=0 It won't get 30 mpg (or even 20) and it will never do 100 mph, or handle like a sports car. But it will get into any sort of Forest Service or National Park

Re: [MBZ] Need brake pads, who do I call?

2015-05-13 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
Get the akebonos sew you dont loose you're break peddle --R On 5/13/15 3:12 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: I'll second the recommendation for Akebono. I have them on my '95 sedan and SWMBO's '96 Infiniti I30. When my '87 wagon needs pads, Akebono it shall be. Same or better braking

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread astrasfogel--- via Mercedes
Assuming money is no object... -- Sent from myMail app for Android Wednesday, 13 May 2015, 05:37PM -0400 from Dimitri via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com: I'll admit they're not bad but I'd rather buy a G-wagen or a 60's bronco or scout. Sent from my iPhone On May 13, 2015, at 2:30 PM, Andrew

Re: [MBZ] Accumulators for a W123 300TD

2015-05-13 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Doubt it. If UPS will ship gunpowder (and they will) they'll ship accumulators. If they really wanted to sell them they'd have a way. -Curt From: astrasfogel--- via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: astrasfo...@gmail.com Sent:

Re: [MBZ] Battery Maintainers

2015-05-13 Thread LarryT via Mercedes
My '74 911 got a new Optima battery in Mar 99 shortly after I bought it. From day 1 I kept a Battery Tender like this one (http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Battery-Tender-12V-Maintainer-Trickle-Charger-12-Volt-Junior-021-0123-/321746137390?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item4ae990712e) that I bought

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Interesting. Sure was quiet... On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 11:23 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: There's a Dodge Sprinter van on my street but I think it's gas, not diesel. I am unaware that the Sprinter ever came with anything but the diesel engine. Whether you

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
There's a Dodge Sprinter van on my street but I think it's gas, not diesel. I am unaware that the Sprinter ever came with anything but the diesel engine. Whether you bought it at MB, Dodge, or Freightliner. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] OT: Kindle revived

2015-05-13 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
lost the charging cord. it now sits unloved on my desk... Looks like a pretty standard micro USB connector. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Parts Source

2015-05-13 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Thanks a bunch, Fred. I just checked them on a fuel pump for the 95 S500 and they were high compared to everyone else. Strange. AutohausAZ was almost $40 cheaper for the exact same Pierburg pump. Dan Sent from my iPad On May 13, 2015, at 10:35 AM, Fred Moir via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT: Kindle revived

2015-05-13 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
The charging cord on the Nook is a mini USB, but it's longer than the standard one. A lot of complaints by owners over the difference and how it won't work with standard cables. Dan On May 13, 2015, at 11:25 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: lost the charging cord.

[MBZ] OT cool video of 3D printing a jet engine

2015-05-13 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
http://www.gizmag.com/ge-fires-up-all-3d-printed-jet-einge/37448/ Soon we'll be able to print our own drone, jet powered of course, print the mini-gun, plug in your spare smart phone as the camera, navigation and brains, badda-bing your in business. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95

[MBZ] nook charger

2015-05-13 Thread Rick Hawkins Java via Mercedes
there are lots of variations on nook chargers on ebay from about $2 in china to maybe $8 here search nook charger thanks, xx rick Rick Hawkins ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: The Land Cruiser - a Toyota tat even Dimitri could appreciate. Cannot be unseen - The mental image of Dimitri with a Land Cruiser tattoo on his chest. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] generator for Craig

2015-05-13 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
Running 2 strokes dry is a problem? I regularly do this with chainsaws - run them until they go dry, fill with fuel, run until dry again, etc. Done it a thousand times with no apparent harm. The oil supply and the fuel supply are one and the same. You might be OK if you do it at

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Curly McLain via Mercedes
Nice Here's mine: https://www.dropbox.com/s/0gn5ysl5uf6kn65/Solera%20RV.jpg?dl=0 https://www.dropbox.com/s/5z25fv953t6bto9/Solera.jpg?dl=0 It won't get 30 mpg (or even 20) and it will never do 100 mph, or handle like a sports car. But it will get into any sort of Forest Service or National

Re: [MBZ] Accumulators for a W123 300TD

2015-05-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
I ONLY purchase my musket powder from a supplier in East LA. On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 7:24 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Gunpowder is not allowed for our comrades in CA, the Committee has decided it is not needed. Have you ever tried to purchase gunpowder from a

Re: [MBZ] Accumulators for a W123 300TD

2015-05-13 Thread Curly McLain via Mercedes
Andy sez: I ONLY purchase my musket powder from a supplier in East LA. Hey! Good! All good patriots have a rifle and know how to use it. We'll grant you an exception for a musket and fully accept you! zielen darauf ab, Ihre Lieblings-Tyrann ___

Re: [MBZ] 123 accumulators

2015-05-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
There's a new Febi accumulator being auctioned on ebay that's dated 6-2011. Do these parts age like tires? if so, is this too stale? On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 11:21 PM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: I asked Pelican and they won't ship via Fedex ground either. On Wed, May 13,

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Here's mine: It won't get 30 mpg (or even 20) and it will never do 100 mph, or handle like a sports car. But it will get into any sort of Forest Service or National Park campsite. And the OM 642 will go all day and make it up or down any sort of grade without breaking a sweat. And the interior

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
://mail.okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20150513/9b961141/attachment.jpg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman

[MBZ] 123 accumulators

2015-05-13 Thread Rick Hawkins Java via Mercedes
i think the nitrogen cells can be shipped, but just not by AIR, supposedly they have come ground from autohausaz and from someone i bought them from on ebay thanks, xx rick Rick Hawkins www.javaphoto.com www.javacycles.com LETTERPRESSES FOR SALE www.ricktheprinter.com

Re: [MBZ] 123 accumulators

2015-05-13 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
Rick Hawkins Java via Mercedes wrote: i think the nitrogen cells can be shipped, but just not by AIR, supposedly I suspect they're categorized as ORM-D compressed gas cylinders. Must be thus labeled so that the transport company knows not to stick them on a plane. Maybe Peachparts can't

Re: [MBZ] 123 accumulators

2015-05-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
I asked Pelican and they won't ship via Fedex ground either. On Wed, May 13, 2015 at 10:57 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Rick Hawkins Java via Mercedes wrote: i think the nitrogen cells can be shipped, but just not by AIR, supposedly I suspect they're

Re: [MBZ] Need brake pads, who do I call?

2015-05-13 Thread fmiser via Mercedes
W140 wrote: I haven't needed parts in a long time and tried to call Rusty without success, WHO is providing parts for the group now?? Walt Lasher1992 300SD/S350W140Seattle Boy, you _have_ been out of touch. *smiles* This is a topic as volatile as an oil thread! My summary - there isn't.

Re: [MBZ] OT: Kindle revived

2015-05-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Correction: The Nook charging port is proprietary to the Nook, and chargers are outrageously expensive. The aftermarket ones are very poor quality too. The Kindle charging port is a tad bit shorter than standard, but Kindle chargers work ok with phones, and vice-versa. The Nook and perhaps

Re: [MBZ] Need brake pads, who do I call?

2015-05-13 Thread Curly McLain via Mercedes
We are on our own now. I use FLAPS, AutohausAZ.com and MBNorthlake.com depending. For brake pads, you can search akebono brake pads sale online, or you can source elsewhere. I Usually buy pads from FLAPS, but I have never bought akebono. I haven't needed parts in a long time and tried

Re: [MBZ] Parts Source

2015-05-13 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Call and make sure: A. They actually have it - they burned me on a radiator years ago. A week after ordering the in stock radiator they admitted they didn't have one and wouldn't be getting one anywhere near that price.Rusty matched the price of the one they didn't actually have... B. It really

Re: [MBZ] Parts Source

2015-05-13 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
That's the cost of the box with the star mark... ;) Was Northlake more expensive than other dealers? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On May 13, 2015 10:58:53 AM EDT, Dan Penoff via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Thanks a bunch, Fred. I just checked them on a fuel pump

[MBZ] Need brake pads, who do I call?

2015-05-13 Thread W140 via Mercedes
I haven't needed parts in a long time and tried to call Rusty without success, WHO is providing parts for the group now?? Walt Lasher1992 300SD/S350W140Seattle Forget the iPhone 6 1 little-known Apple supplier holds wealth-changing

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
They did make a few gassers for a few years. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 8:24 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Jim Cathey Subject: Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread fmiser via Mercedes
Curt wrote: I dunno, I'd kind of like a Land Cruiser. Theres an early '70s one for sale nearby. Didn't check but I bet they want big money for it. In the far reaches of the world, the Land Cruiser was considered a heavy alternative to a Land Rover that was prone to rusting and getting

Re: [MBZ] Need brake pads, who do I call?

2015-05-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Autohauzaz.com Sent from my iPhone On May 13, 2015, at 12:08 PM, W140 via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I haven't needed parts in a long time and tried to call Rusty without success, WHO is providing parts for the group now?? Walt Lasher1992 300SD/S350W140Seattle

Re: [MBZ] OT: Kindle revived

2015-05-13 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Worse the Nook HD+ require 5.1v charging which most chargers won't do. I haven't found a 12v charger yet that will work with mine. Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android From:Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com Date:Wed, May 13, 2015 at 1:29 PM Subject:Re: [MBZ] OT: Kindle

Re: [MBZ] Need brake pads, who do I call?

2015-05-13 Thread Fred Moir via Mercedes
Kaleb, et al.I've had good results from rockauto.com.I ordered two genuine rear shocks for my '87 TD and they came from England in four days for $500 the pair.That said, I have received 2 URO parts amidst the Lemforder rear links. they work okay for now, time will tell.As always, YMMV Fred

Re: [MBZ] Need brake pads, who do I call?

2015-05-13 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
I guess Jabba is still alive, you could call or email him --R On 5/13/15 1:20 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes wrote: We are on our own now. I use FLAPS, AutohausAZ.com and MBNorthlake.com depending. For brake pads, you can search akebono brake pads sale online, or you can source

[MBZ] Whiskey Tango 300D

2015-05-13 Thread clay via Mercedes
The adventure continues I got the guts out of the car. Removed the w126 seating and drove it around the block sitting on the spare tire. Engine runs, transmission still stalls out the car in anything but L. Parking brake was non op, so I used the set from Q for Gump, but could not get the

Re: [MBZ] generator for Craig

2015-05-13 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
My setup for the house in town has a main disconnect switch for the grid power, which ensures nothing from the generator feeds back to the grid lines. That switch has two positions.. Generator power or Grid Power.. The circuits for the house remain the same, the switch just selects the source. It

Re: [MBZ] Accumulators for a W123 300TD

2015-05-13 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 13/05/2015 2:42 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Pelican Parts carries these nitrogen cells and their prices are awesome, but claims they cannot be shipped (air OR ground) them due to post-9/11 regulations. Part number is 1233200215 Bummer. ___

Re: [MBZ] Accumulators for a W123 300TD

2015-05-13 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
That’s bogus. How are other suppliers sending them? They’re in LA - see if there’s someone around that can do a will call and send them to you. Dan On May 13, 2015, at 4:24 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: On 13/05/2015 2:42 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes